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James Milam Obituary
Milam, James R. of Frankfort, formerly of Sauk Village, passed away on August 13th, at the age of 79, James Milam is survived by three daughters, Deborah (Raymond) Lillie, Bonnie (Scott) Johnson and Lori Milam, one son, Robert Milam, seven grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, a sister, Ellen Everett and a brother-in-law, Donald Merchant. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lorraine and a son, William Milam. Visitation will be at the Smits Funeral Home-Steger Memorial Chapel, 3045 Chicago Rd., Steger, IL, on Sunday, August 17th, from 4 till 7 p.m. Services and interment will take place in Mesa, AZ, at the Mountain View Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorials to American Heart Assoc. or the American Lung Assoc., would be appreciated. Info at: 708-755-6100 or www.legacy.com To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Kurt and Marcey and boys Riedel
August 22, 2003
All our Love and prayers are with you.
Marcey, Kurt and the Boys
Tracey Bonesteel & Jim Cardwell
August 17, 2003
Sorry to hear of your loss. We all will miss him very much. Sorry we cannot be there,but we'llbe there in spirit to help you all through this. Take care.
Oliver Milam
August 17, 2003
I am very sorry to hear of your father's death Bonnie. My deepest sympathies go to you and all of James' family. Sincerely, Oliver.
Wayne Milam
August 17, 2003
Bonnie and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I lost both of my parents a few years ago, and I know how tough it is. Peace to you and yours.
Ethelene Milam Carter
August 17, 2003
May you be comforted by the Great Comforter.
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